Women's Ice Hockey

Murphy Named "Woman of Achievement"

Sep 10, 2009

Head women's ice hockey coach Digit Murphy was recently named a
"Woman of Achievement" by the YWCA of Northern Rhode Island,
joining 13 other local women who have made a difference in the
lives of girls and women. Murphy was recognized for the strides she
has made in the field of empowering women.

In two decades of coaching at Brown, Murphy has impacted the
lives of hundreds of young women, while achieving great success on
the ice as well. She is one of the winningest coaches in
women's hockey history, with a career record of 313-200-49, and has
seen many of her former players follow in her footsteps as head
coaches elsewhere. Murphy also operates a highly successful group
of hockey camps and clinics, at which she strives to instruct girls
in both hockey and life skills.

Women of Achievement Awards are recognized nationally. They
increase awareness and appreciation of the diverse contributions of
women throughout the country. This year's award winners will be
recognized at an awards luncheon on Wednesday, September 30 from
11:30am to 1:30pm at Kirkbrae Country Club in Lincoln. It is the
5th Annual Tools of the Trade Luncheon with YWCA Northern Rhode
Island as the host. Deb Ruggiero, local radio personality for
Amazing Women, is the event emcee. Tickets are $50, with the public
welcome to attend, and underwriting opportunities are available.
For more details, visit www.womenofachievementri.org or call Lisa
Piscatelli at 401-769-7450.